Dried Organic Fruit: Sweetness without Guilt

What really comes into your mind when you hear the term "dried
organic fruit," something
real tasty, easy to carry, healthy and ready to eat at any place and time? We all know that dried fruit is a wonderful
alternative to refined sugar for that sweet tooth craving expecially organic dried apricots.

Drying is the oldest process of preserving food and you will be happy to know that nothing is added
to the organic fruit in the drying process. Only the water part of the fruit is dehydrated and as the fruit is drying
the air and heat remove bacteria and other organisms. None of the food value gets diminished and what we get is the
nutrients in dehydrated form. The organic fruit is dried and packaged, which preserves
it for a long period of time.

You need to consider the processing system that includes proper pasteurizing and storing the
organic dried fruits in an airtight container. One might have queries regarding the digestion of dried organic
fruits because it is dehydrated. So here lies the solution, drink adequate amounts of water while eating
dried fruits and that will aid in digestion. Dried fruits, like organic apricots are a rich source of vitamins,
minerals and fiber without the fat or cholesterol, so fruit that is dried is always a good option whenever you need
a lot of energy but wish to exclude fat calories. But why go for dried when fresh is available? Research
has shown that their are more calories in dried fruits but the nutrients remain the same. Also, eating dehydrated
fruits are easy when on go, forgoing the mess, and are so much more much more convenient.

The next time you feel like adding a little bit of color to your salad or any other recipe try adding dried organic
fruit for a flavorful treat. Organic apricots, cranberries, and raisins are all tasty in salads. They are readily
available in the market in order to bring sweetness, flavor and texture to your daily diet.